Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and parental factors in school children aged nine to ten years in Muscat, Oman
Objectives: The objectives of this study were to determine the prevalence of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (AD HD) and specific parental risk factors that may contribute to the development of AD HD in children. Methods: The study was conducted in Oman among fourth-grade students (aged nin...
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Veröffentlicht in: | Oman medical journal 2018, Vol.33 (3), p.134-140 |
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Zusammenfassung: | Objectives: The objectives of this study were to determine the prevalence of attention
deficit hyperactivity disorder (AD HD) and specific parental risk factors that may
contribute to the development of AD HD in children. Methods: The study was conducted
in Oman among fourth-grade students (aged nine to 10 years). A standardized Arabic
version of the National Initiative for Children’s Health Quality Vanderbilt Assessment
Scale (Teachers questionnaire) was used to determine the presence of AD HD. Parental
factors such as socioeconomic status, education, and occupation were documented.
Results: The prevalence rate of AD HD was 8.8%. Poor maternal education status, low
familial socioeconomic status, and paternal occupation were significantly associated
with an increased risk of AD HD. Conclusions: This was the first study that examined
familial and parental characteristics of children with AD HD as potential risk factors for
the condition. Such psychosocial factors could be employed to further the development
of more proficient preventative measures and remedial services. |
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ISSN: | 1999-768X 2070-5204 |